Sr Contracts and Procurement Manager
Sr Contracts and Procurement Manager
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$ 125000 - 145000
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Sr. Contracts and Procurement Manager
Location: Houston/ Hybrid
Job Summary:
As a Sr Contracts and Procurement Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the procurement contracting and supply chain operations related to the development and construction of solar energy projects. You will play a critical role in sourcing negotiating contracting and managing the procurement of solar equipment and materials ensuring that projects are developed and then executed efficiently and costeffectively. This position requires strong negotiation skills strong contract drafting skills technical knowledge of solar technologies and a deep understanding of procurement.
Responsibilities:
- Identify prescreen and evaluate potential suppliers of solar equipment including solar panels inverters mounting systems and related materials.
- Identify prescreen and evaluate potential suppliers of Engineer Procure and Construct (EPC) services for solar balance of system substations switchyards and transmission and distribution lines.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure a reliable supply chain.
- Lead the sourcing process from RFI to contraction .
- Negotiate favorable terms and contracts with suppliers including pricing delivery schedules and quality standards.
- Analyze and manage the cost structure of solar projects identifying opportunities for cost reduction and optimization.
- Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations in the solar industry.
- Develop and implement strategies to minimize procurement costs while maintaining quality.
- Implement quality control measures and protocols for incoming materials and equipment.
- Resolve any quality issues with suppliers and work to continuously improve product quality.
- Optimize the supply chain to reduce lead times and streamline the procurement process.
- Ensure that all procurement activities comply with relevant laws and regulations such as environmental standards and import/export requirements.
- Stay uptodate with industry regulations and certification requirements.
- Prepare RFPs coordinate bid schedules and evaluate vendor proposals to determine costcompetitive pricing and identify costsaving opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management business engineering or a related field. A masters degree or relevant certification is a plus.
- 8 years experience preferred in solar procurement.
- Proven experience in procurement supply chain management or a related role with a focus on solar energy projects.
- Indepth knowledge of solar technologies equipment and industry trends.
- Adept knowledge of procurement fundamentals.
- Strong knowledge of Contract drafting principles.
- Excellent analytical and problemsolving abilities.
- Familiarity with project management principles and software including Procore.
- Positive proactive approach to enhancing procurement methods and company practices.
- Detailed oriented with strong accuracy skills.
- Demonstrates ability to take initiative and work independently within a team environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines in a hybrid/remote working environment.
- Proven track record of contract negotiations.
- Track record in renewable energy preferably solar EPC.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors suppliers shippers and customers
- Strong ethical code of conduct
- Advanced working knowledge in all Microsoft Office applications specifically Excel Word and Outlook
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Contract
